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Rare, Elegant Mid 18th Century Mahogany Bureau on Stand of Small Proportions
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Rare, Elegant Mid 18th Century Mahogany Bureau on Stand of Small Proportions

18th century
Sold 25 July 2025 · LVS Decorative Arts
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Description

A rare mid 18th century (circa 1740) mahogany bureau on stand of elegant design and of small proportions.

This bureau consists of a solid mahogany top leading down to a solid mahogany fall, the timber choice on this piece of excellent quality.

The fall having an oval brass escutcheon plate to the top with a book rest below, the fall opening to reveal a writing surface covered with a deep red felt which is in very good condition.

The interior consisting of six pigeon holes, three convex shaped drawers of fine quality mahogany with oak linings and also a secret drawer.

This leads down to two drawers, the top drawer of convex shape and the lower drawer being slightly longer, both having original brass swan neck handles.

The base also of excellent quality timber consists of a moulding to the top with a frieze below of cross grain mahogany, all supported by four cabriole legs and terminating on pad feet.

This piece is in very good condition for age with evidence of some old repairs (which is to be expected), is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or office etc.

Size:

Height 37'' / 94cm

Width 29.5'' / 75cm

Depth 20'' / 51cm

Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Antique Mahogany Bureau to the 1750s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1134456
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS658
Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos:

www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Description
A rare mid 18th century (circa 1740) mahogany bureau on stand of elegant design and of small proportions.
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This bureau consists of a solid mahogany top leading down to a solid mahogany fall, the timber choice on this piece of excellent quality.
LVS Decorative Arts
fig 1. An 18th-century mahogany bureau on a stand featuring a slanted writing flap, two drawers, and cabriole legs with brass hardware.
fig 1. Rare, Elegant Mid 18th Century Mahogany Bureau on Stand of Small Proportions

The fall having an oval brass escutcheon plate to the top with a book rest below, the fall opening to reveal a writing surface covered with a deep red felt which is in very good condition.

The interior consisting of six pigeon holes, three convex shaped drawers of fine quality mahogany with oak linings and also a secret drawer.

fig 2. An 18th-century mahogany bureau on a stand featuring a slanted writing flap, two drawers, and cabriole legs with brass hardware.
fig 2. Rare, Elegant Mid 18th Century Mahogany Bureau on Stand of Small Proportions

This leads down to two drawers, the top drawer of convex shape and the lower drawer being slightly longer, both having original brass swan neck handles.

The base also of excellent quality timber consists of a moulding to the top with a frieze below of cross grain mahogany, all supported by four cabriole legs and terminating on pad feet.

fig 3. An 18th-century mahogany bureau on a stand featuring a slanted writing flap, two drawers, and cabriole legs with brass hardware.
fig 3. Rare, Elegant Mid 18th Century Mahogany Bureau on Stand of Small Proportions

This piece is in very good condition for age with evidence of some old repairs (which is to be expected), is of stable construction and can go straight into a home or office etc.

Size:

Height 37'' / 94cm

Width 29.5'' / 75cm

Depth 20'' / 51cm

Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Antique Mahogany Bureau to the 1750s.

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134456
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS658
LVS Decorative Arts
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2011
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the LVS Decorative Arts Profile Page

Trade Associations

LVS Decorative Arts is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An 18th-century mahogany bureau on a stand featuring a slanted writing flap, two drawers, and cabriole legs with brass hardware. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare, Elegant Mid 18th Century Mahogany Bureau on Stand of Small Proportions

Archive II An 18th-century mahogany bureau on a stand featuring a slanted writing flap, two drawers, and cabriole legs with brass hardware. View II
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An 18th-century mahogany bureau on a stand featuring a slanted writing flap, two drawers, and cabriole legs with brass hardware.
Rare, elegant mid 18th century mahogany bureau on stand of small proportions
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks & Bureaux
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Oak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSlanted fall front, Cabriole legs, Brass swing handles, Dovetailed drawers
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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The bureau on stand evolved during the late 17th and 18th centuries from earlier writing cabinets, transitioning from heavy cabinetry to more compact, elevated forms favoured in Georgian homes.

Authentic pieces typically feature solid timbers and fine veneers such as mahogany or walnut over oak secondary woods, constructed using hand-cut dovetail joints and traditional cabinetmaking techniques.

Authenticity is assessed by examining timber ageing, hand-cut dovetailing, original brass hardware or ghost marks, secondary wood consistency, and natural patination developed over centuries.

This compact form integrates well into contemporary living spaces or home studies as a focal point, contrasting effectively against neutral walls and minimalist modern furnishings.

Preserve the finish by maintaining stable room temperatures, avoiding direct sunlight, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax while refraining from modern silicone-based polishes.
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